2016

Article Archive

Call for Artists - #LoveLansing Billboard Project

Show us what you love about Lansing! Create a #LoveLansing original art work and see it on a billboard!

August 2, 2017

A Few Words From Debbie--Bidding Farewell

Bad news first....after a little over two years with the Arts Council, it is time to say a fond farewell to Josh Holliday, our extraordinary program manager.

November 29, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--Your Lansing, Our Lansing

We’ve had a rather full calendar for the past month and are still basking in the glow from the Creative Placemaking Summit at the beginning of October.

November 2, 2016

Join Us for Our November smARTS Workshop with Ellen RoseWall

It's no secret that the live arts are experiencing uncertainty in the 21st century.

October 31, 2016

Artist's Colorful Trees Arrive Just in Time for Fall

Tracie Davis "Trees of Life" Exhibit Opens Nov. 4

October 28, 2016

A Year of Accomplishments in 2016--Reflections on an Exciting Fiscal Year

With the closing of our fiscal year as of Sept.30, it is amazing to reflect on the accomplishments that have taken place.

October 5, 2016

A Growing Organization and a Growing Board

A Growing Organization and a Growing Board Announcing Board Changes and New Members!

October 4, 2016

Juanita Baldwin "Pictoral Conversations" Exhibit

"Pictoral Conversations" An Exhibit by Juanita Baldwin Artist Bio Juanita Baldwin is an artist who expresses her creativity through multimedia painting and fine art photography.

September 26, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--Portrait of an Artist

If it weren’t for those individuals that exude creativity and artistic talent wherever they go, our organization would have little reason to exist.

September 1, 2016

Young Creatives Program Receives Jackson National Grant

JNCF Awards $4,750 to Arts Council's Youth Program

August 31, 2016

Ruth Egnater "Favorite Things"

A Collection of Prints Infused With Nature and Humor

August 29, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--Placemaking Summit 2016 is on Its Way!

Placemaking Summit 2016 on Its Way!

August 3, 2016

All Aboard for ArtPrize--Get On the Bus for An ArtVenture

The Arts Council of Greater Lansing is excited to partner with the University Club MSU for an exciting road trip to Grands Rapids spectacular, international art event, ArtPrize.

August 2, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--It's All About the People

It is always about the people. Our community is vibrant and thriving because of the spirited, passionate and creative souls who make up the arts environment here in greater Lansing.

June 30, 2016

"Dreams and Schemes and Flying Machines" an Exhibit by Pamela Wilburn

Exhibiting Artist Artist Bio Pamela Wilburn has been a commercial artist and an art teacher in both the private and public school setting.

June 16, 2016

The P.O.W.E.R. of Happiness Can be Yours

Join us for this P.O.W.E.R. full smARTS session with Jane Aldrich

June 9, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--From Invention to Reinvention

The Arts Council is in a mode of reinvention.

May 31, 2016

Meet Ivan Iler--Multi-talented Artist and Engineer

Introducing Ivan! Last month we announced that Ivan Iler's propsal was chosen for the Museum Drive Sense of Place Arts Impact Project.

May 23, 2016

Aesthetic Forms Above and Below the Water: An Exhibit by Bobbi Kilty

An Exhibit by Bobbi Kilty On Display at Arts Council Greater Lansing

May 23, 2016

Abby Deneau -- Plates a Plenty Exhibit Opening

Pottery Exhibit on Display for May

May 3, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--Community and Collaboration--This is Arts Night Out

One of the primary goals of the Arts Council encompasses collaboration.

April 6, 2016

Weaving a Tapestry--Building a City One Word at a Time

Last October the Arts Council held its first Creative Placemaking Summit, and some amazing things happened.

March 31, 2016

Julian Van Dyke: Things Around My City

Things Around My City An Exhibit by Julian Van Dyke

March 25, 2016

Arts Council Billboards Feature Lansing Youth

Arts Council Billboards Feature Lansing Youth Art MSUFCU and Adams Outdoor Help Support Youth Art Month

March 4, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--Support Young Creatives

Have you heard? March is National Youth Arts Month!

March 2, 2016

Ten Billboards to Feature Lansing Youth Art

Youth Art Month Focuses on Supporting Young Creatives.

February 29, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--Committees Time and Wisdom, Invaluable

To be involved so deeply in making our community a better place to live, work and visit is what makes the Arts Council tick!

February 1, 2016

Catherine Tonning-Popowich "Out on a Limb"

Announcing February Artist-Member Exhibit

February 1, 2016

Artists-in-Residence Rockin' Art!

More than 500 Students Benefit From New Program!

January 27, 2016

A Few Words From Debbie--A Foundation of Passion and Enthusiasm

A close friend and colleague often tells me, “Your passion is showing!”

January 6, 2016

Ingham County Hotel/Motel Grants Available

The Arts Council of Greater Lansing is pleased to announce a grant opportunity for non-profit organizations located in Ingham County.

January 4, 2016

Britta Urness Exhibit "Indirect Messaging"

Announcing January Artist-Member Exhibit.

January 4, 2016